Physical Therapist Acute Rehab, Per Diem (Sign-on Bonus eligible)

Job Description

We're excited to offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified Per Diem Physical Therapists with acute care experience joining our inpatient team at Saint Francis and St. Mary's Hospitals within the Rehabilitation Services Department.

This is an inpatient position within Saint Francis/St. Mary's Hospitals' Rehabilitation Services Department.

The Per Diem Physical Therapist reports to the Clinical Supervisor and provides both direct and indirect patient care services. This role primarily serves adult and geriatric patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Therapists with pediatric competencies and clinical experience may also treat infants, children, and/or adolescents.

Under general direction and upon receipt of licensed approved provider written referrals, the Per Diem Physical Therapist plans and administers a full range of physical therapy services for patients with various physical and cognitive impairments and disabilities. These services include:

• Patient evaluations using physical therapy tests and measurements
• Establishment of therapeutic intervention goals
• Development and implementation of individualized therapeutic programs using evidence-based interventions, modalities, and procedures

The Per Diem Physical Therapist maintains all applicable patient care documentation and may supervise support personnel, including Physical Therapist Assistants and Rehabilitation Aides. As part of the clinical care team, this role also contributes to department-wide initiatives related to compliance, quality, safety, and continuous process improvement.

Schedule Requirements:

• Minimum of two (2) weekend day shifts per month
• One (1) major and one (1) minor Winter UC Holiday (e.g., Thanksgiving/Day After, Dec 24/25, Dec 31/Jan 1)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• DPT Doctoral graduate degree
• If graduated 15 or more years ago, a bachelor's degree
• Minimum one year of licensed practice experience
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Ability to recognize signs of distress
• Basic computer skills including work within Epic electronic medical record
• Possession of good interpersonal, time management, problem solving and self-initiation skills
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience providing patient care in acute care hospital and acute rehab/IRF patient care setting

License/Certification:

• Possession of or proven eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California
• Possession of or proven eligibility for AHA BLS certification

About Us

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information


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